She was able to identify the needs of the individual, which took her theory forward. He wanted to establish standards and values ​​that met the wide range of human needs, while being able to recognize individual differences among patients (Anderson, 1999). Since Henderson was primarily a nurse educator, his theory focuses on the education of nurses. His theory was created by both his training and practice, making his work appealing to both ends of the spectrum (McEwen & Wills, 2011). His theory is focused on the needs of the patient, but Henderson also emphasizes the importance of continuing education and research. Emphasizes the importance of constantly seeking best solutions and practices for optimal patient care (Anderson,